Ah Maeve, Just arrived home to discover that the world has lost one of it's finest ladies. My first memory of Elva is at a national party meeting at the Toko Hall. All dolled up in her finery, A beautiful fur coat, looking like the queen. My other vision is of Elva in her country attire, with Don riding down the road at Tahora. A true lady fitting ll occasions. Always smiling always welcoming. .You will truly miss her. A life fully lived. Our sympathies go out to all the family. Josie & Graeme

Fabulous memories of Elva & family, sharing their love of horses with so many. Thankyou for the fantastic pony treks, my awesome ponies you gave me to ride & Hutchinson name living on with our nephews Billy & Wyatt. Mum be rapt to have you there with her in heaven. Godbless you all.xx